Eminem's Many Women: A List Of Slim Shady's Musical Hookups - MTV mtv archive-Phillip-Mlynar 12/18/2013 The video to Eminem 's recent collaboration with Rihanna , "The Monster," has been lighting up the Internet since it dropped at the start of this week. The flick features a frantic Em revisiting the peaks and valleys of his career while Rih Rih steps into the role of Slim Shady's therapist. Straight-jackets also put in an appearance. Eminem's might have risen to success from the testosterone-filled underground battle rap arena, but he's always been savvy enough to cozy up and collaborate with a number of female singers. Here's a rundown of Slim Shady's finest creative connections with the fairer sex — including a prior appearance from his favorite doctor. 1. Pink "Won't Back Down" claims a spot as one of the most defiant and rousing tracks from Eminem's 2010 Recovery. It's a song that's in part fueled by Pink's chorus duties, which have her trilling over a rugged production courtesy of DJ Khalil.

It's an all-around winning combination and one we'd be happy to see aired out again. 2. Hayley Williams Atlanta rapper and guitar-strummer B.o.B helped cast himself as a new-generation rap superstar by teaming up with Paramore's lead warbler for the anthemic "Airplanes." Adding to the life of the song, Em hopped on to a second version of the track, with his high-strung and angst-infused vocals meshing emotively with Williams' powerful hook. 3. Dido "Stan" became one of Eminem's most critically acclaimed mega-hits when it peaked during the 2000 holiday season. Slim Shady's song-writing is tricksy and clever as he steps into the shoes of a crazed fan, but the emotional pull of the track is sparked by Dido's melancholic singing — which was originally sampled from her own "Thank You" song. The rain sound effects that patter down in the background add to the "Stan" appeal. 4.

Sia Slim Shady's The Marshall Mathers LP 2 has become one of the rap albums that define 2013 — but it's the bonus version of the project that includes this mournful collaboration with Sia, "Beautiful Pain." For his part, Eminem co-produces the song with Emile, and the low-key groove neatly pairs with the Australian singer and song-writer's impassioned contribution. 5. Skylar Gray Dr. Dre's "I Need A Doctor" is allegedly part of his almost mythical Detox album. He enlisted Skylar Grey's honeyed vocals to open the dramatic track, and then coaxed Eminem into reciting an emotional rap confessional. Skylar's melodramatic tone proves an astute blend with Em's increasingly angry bars. 6. Liz Rodrigues Liz Rodrigues claims a regular spot with the genre-meshing New Royales troupe, but she also has a regular co-feature relationship with going on with Em. Her voice perks up his current album track "Survival," while she also stars on Slim Shady's sentimental "25 To Life" track from Recovery as she sings about about being "caught in a change" as a relationship moves on around her.

7. Rihanna "The Monster" is proving to be a gargantuan song, but Eminem and Rihanna have enjoyed a previous musical tryst as they holed-up in the studio together to record the equally anthemic "Love The Way You Lie" back in 2010. One of Slim Shady's past creative conquests, Skylar Grey, actually co-wrote the song before Rih Rih stepped in to claim the chorus as her own. Call it a power move. 8. Dina Rae "Superman" features Slim Shady in kinda creepy mode, as he kicks his game to a girl and talks about the salacious ways in which he can save her. It's rumored that Em wrote the track about a relationship with Mariah Carey, but chorus duties go to Dina Rae for this one. Shortly after the song's release in 2003, Dina was often brought out onstage to reenact a provocative rendition of the song with Slim. 9. Hailie Jade Eminem's daughter, Hailie Jade, has served as the inspiration for many of the rapper's tracks — including an early track about taking her out for a leisurely car ride to dump his ex-wife's body.

It's a bond that he's also solidified by giving her a guest spot on "My Dad's Gone Crazy" — a song sparked by a sample explaining how they're going to talk about "father and daughter relationships." For her part, Em's progeny brings a bunch of suitably sassy ad libs to the song. Top Ten Songs Featuring Eminem and a Female Artist - TheTopTens® Top Ten Songs Featuring Eminem and a Female Artist aFinch Quite honestly, rap is one of my least favorite genres, but there's something about Eminem's style that catches my attention. I mean, he's crude and offensive, but his lyrics have always been utterly original and catchy. For years, he's been the kind of artist I hate to love. I think there might be more to this guy than the arrogant, homophobic jerk who is all too easy to dismiss though. I can't help but think his abrasive style is 100% thought-out and even meant to be satirical. Perhaps his extreme point of views and grating lyrics are meant as an over-the-top social commentary, reflecting some of the fears, hate, and prejudices of society. Or maybe he just likes to rub people the wrong way.

In recent years, I have seen plenty of rants about him "selling out", but what I see is a kind of growth - even a level of vulnerability - expressed in his music. He is more than a performer or even just a rapper; he's a true artist. I see his growth and artistic expression most - or at least enjoy it most - in his collaborations with female music artists. "Collaborations" are a dime a dozen any more; the main agenda seems to be attaching big names to catchy songs in order to gain more radio time and appeal to a greater audience. Eminem doesn't usually go with the most well-known, or mainstream, female artists; but he is certainly keen at spotting talent, whether rising or established. These songs often become my favorites and aren't simply catchy tunes or beats. A beautiful message is usually inlaid between amazing composition, powerful harmonies, and a strong female presence. The most powerful of these collaborations invoke a strong emotional reaction. Great collaborations are more than two voices thrown together, no matter how great each is on his/her own. Great artistic expression has more going on than superficial aesthetics or flashy appeal; it catches your breath and stops you in your tracks.

True art makes you think, reconsider, and expand your personal horizon. Below is a list of the best songs featuring Eminem and a female artist. Generally, Eminem will be the lead vocalist featuring a female artist, but not necessarily. The Top Ten 1 Love the Way You Lie Love the Way You Lie featuring Rihanna (part 1 and 2) Another powerful collaboration dealing with a mature topic: domestic violence. Eminem's typical for-mature-audience spins throw out x-rated lines purely for shock value. This song shows how far his content has evolved in terms of "adult" situations and real life experience and trauma. Part 1 is slow... I prefer part 2 which includes Rhianna as the lead vocalist. Her strong vocals add layers to the song, but even more notably, she adds depth to the song by including the female perspective. - aFinch Lol, Monster is a good song. But when it comes to Eminem and Rihanna, love the way you lie is 1st place. Its funny how whenever Eminem and rihanna make a song it is almost perfection. - anewman V 3 Comments 2 The Monster The Monster featuring Rihanna.

Since straight-up rap isn't my favorite, I like Eminem's somewhat jazz-like deliveries, and this one is a great example. Catchy Catchy Catchy, but it doesn't end at that. It's poignant and personal, sharing the pain of making peace with inner "demons" (mental illness) as well as the struggle of dealing with negative effects of fame. Now tell me Eminem isn't "growing up" with this one. - aFinch Perhaps its with Eminem battling his alter-ego, Slim. He is the kind of person who bottles things up, and that may be Eminem's personal link to the lyrics of this song. I agree with your points about rap, Em is talented and good at what he does, and he seems to really care about his art. That being said, I only like a couple of his songs, Eminem kind of scares me. - keycha1n V 2 Comments 3 Beautiful Pain Beautiful Pain featuring Sia. This one feels smoky to me with its low key beat and smooth delivery. Tempered lyrics and Sia's forceful vocals nail this collaboration down as great. Another example of Eminem's growth as an artist.

This song might be less "catchy" than some of his radio hits, but the meaning is deeply felt. Plus, it's beautiful and less profane... Which tends to be notable when it comes to Eminem's music. - aFinch Sia and Eminem. Two wonderful artists who are very talented! The mixture of which is bound to be powerful =) - keycha1n V 1 Comment 4 Stan My vote goes here, as Dido's chorus brings vulnerability and is usually what makes me cry. A person I might've thought of as just psychotic, is shown to be troubled and depressed. It brings some light into why Stan acts the way he does, and makes it less messed up and violent, and turns it into a damaged person to pity rather than despise. "Tea's gone cold, I'm wondering why I got out of bed at all. The morning rain clouds up my window, and I can't see at all, even if I could it would all be gray, but your picture on the wall, it reminds me that its not so bad, it's not so bad." Just beautifully depressing. - keycha1n Stan featuring Dido.

Eminem's writing is clever as he draws from the letter of a crazed/obsessed fan, but it's Dido's melancholy hook that pulls it all together. The hook is a well-known sample from the first verse of Dido's "Thank You". - aFinch V 1 Comment 5 Airplanes Pt. 2 Airplanes Part Two featuring Hayley and Eminem for B.O. B song. This is technically Not an Eminem song, but a B.O. B track featuring Eminem and Hayley Williams. Honestly, I'm not familiar with Williams, but her voice is GORGEOUS. Would you call this down tempo? It feels down temp to me, but I don't actually know what classifies music as "down tempo". Either way, the rap is a perfect matchup to the groovy beat. I can't help but sing along to William's melodic hook. - aFinch 6 Guts Over Fear Guts Over Fear featuring Sia. The rap portion isn't my favorite, but Sia's forceful voice is always appealing. Always, always, always. Eminem must agree... Since he's done at least two collaborations with her so far.

I'd love more collaborations to happen between these two artists. - aFinch V 1 Comment 7 I Need a Doctor I Need a Doctor featuring Skylar Gray and Dr. Dre. You know the ever-so-popular "Love the Way You Lie"? Skylar Grey wrote the chorus and earned a Grammy nomination for her work on the song. If you haven't heard her haunting original demo of this, look it up on YouTube (Love the Way You Lie part III). I've read Grey's voice described as "honeyed", and I can't think of a more on point description. Her sweet vocals work well with Eminem's angry confession in "I Need a Doctor". - aFinch V 1 Comment 8 Won't Back Down Won't Back Down featuring Pink. I am a huge fan of Pink, but this is one of my least favorite collaborations. I can see why former UFC light heavyweight champion Chuck Liddell used it as his entrance music; it is certainly intense and rousing. It's too angry for my taste, and I don't care for the dissonant back beat. Pink is certainly a tough woman, known for her confidence and strength, but her voice is also powerful and beautiful.

This song doesn't do her justice... At least not when comparing it to other collaborations. - aFinch 9 25 to Life 25 To Life featuring Liz Rodriguez. This one is only okay. I sort of hate the lyrics. It's not my least favorite, but it's down there. - aFinch 10 Survival The Contenders 11 Almost Famous Almost Famous featuring Liz Rodriguez. This one is not a favorite, but Liz Rodriguez does have a lovely voice. - aFinch 12 Above the Law 13 Roman's Revenge I love this song. The best song of Nicki Minaj ever! It's obviously that Eminem had a lot of influence on her while recording the song. The both of them are great. 14 Kings Never Die I think that this should be at least in the top 5. Clever lyrics, clever delivery, this song always looks boring to me, but as soon as I turn it on, I change my mind. One of the best. Gwen is OK.

15 C'mon Let Me Ride 16 A**hole This is the best and it has skylar grey - Markus101 17 Legacy 18 Superman Superman featuring Dina Rae. Not a fan, at all. That's why it definitely falls at the bottom of the list for me. Maybe Dina Rae can sing, but this is just moan-y and ridiculous. Eminem's collaborations with female artists have come a long way since this one. - aFinch 19 Twisted 20 Here Comes the Weekend BAdd New Item The 10 Best Eminem Songs - Stereogum The 10 Best Eminem Songs Joseph Schafer | December 3, 2013 - 12:58 pm Share < br />this article: At this point, I propose the music-loving community respectfully consider The Marshall Mathers LP II to be hip-hop’s version of the film Prometheus — both are decent efforts that, had they not been made by such esteemed artists (Eminem and Ridley Scott, respectively), and not been sequels to masterpieces, probably would have garnered more critical acclaim.

The best thing about Prometheus was that it reminded me of how brilliant the original Alien is. Concordantly, the best thing about MMLPII (besides the technicality of “Rap God,” and the left hook of “Bad Guy) is that it prompted me to revisit the original Marshall Mathers LP. Clearly Mathers himself has been looking back at that album, as well. It represents the definite creative apex of his career. All of Em’s releases since have been marred in some way: Even its only worthy successor, The Eminem Show, strayed just a bit too far into pop sentimentality. Mathers doesn’t easily lend himself to dissection — like all good pop-culture icons, he wears many masks but, unlike David Bowie or Prince, he passes between them in rapid succession. Which Mathers would you like? There’s the crass, below-the-belt comedian, the homicidal misogynist psychopath, the talented battle-emcee, the spokesperson for Rust Belt America, and the sensitive rapper-storyteller. Take your pick. At the height of his career — roughly between 1999 and 2002 — Mathers was all these things at once. His greatest strength was probably autobiography.

It’s fitting that one of the skits on The Slim Shady LP is called “Soap” — Em’s songs mythologized not only himself, but his mother, his ex-wife Kim, and even his daughter Hailie. These women became a recurring cast of characters (with Dr. Dre playing the occasional comic relief) in a family drama that served as a metaphor for Mathers’ own self-examination. That sense of realism is what makes Mathers’ music at that time even more disturbing. In retrospect, some of the controversy surrounding the artist may have been warranted — the man has a serious lyrical penchant for holding women captive, particularly in his trunk. At the same time, these subjects give his songs a grit and intensity that many other bestselling emcees lacked around the turn of the century. On the albums since then, Em’s technical rapping skill has increased exponentially — have you ever seen him on BET’s Cypher? At the same time, his knack for inventive storytelling seems to have faded — this is how you get songs like “Rap God,” jaw-dropping displays of tongue-twisting skill with approximately no ability to impact listeners emotionally.

Eminem has become the Yngwie Malmsteen of hip-hop: all shred with no songs, propping his commercial value up with guest choruses supplied by talented contemporary singers. Mathers’ post-2002 output has its proponents. Recovery moved major units, and The Marshall Mathers LP II is primed to do the same — heck, some critics even like it. That said, fans of that material won’t find much to like in this list. Likewise, people who adore jester Eminem can find vindication elsewhere — I think “FACK”and “Rainman” are hilarious in spite of themselves, but they’re not good music. Marshall Mathers was at his best — both on his records, and guesting for his companions, frequently stealing their thunder — when his penchant for darkness and self-reflection was not overpowered by his wit and rapping ability. Eminem’s top 10 songs will be judged not by the wizardry of his verses or the comedy of his punchlines, but by the strength of the music and lyrical content itself. 10.

“White America” (from The Eminem Show, 2002) If you listen to 2002’s The Eminem Show without “White America,” the album seems to follow The Marshall Mathers LP’s formula almost to a T — goofy opener, left turn into morbid ballad, etc. The album feels like a self-congratulatory victory lap in many senses. But the addition of “White America” right at the start changes the tone of everything. In retrospect, the song is less political than it makes itself out to be — Em spends most of the time recounting his own story — but to place this song at the front of a pop album in 2002 was a brave move. The song turns an arena rock drum beat into a funeral dirge. Meanwhile, Em reaches his most sarcastic depths, more or less explaining his commercial appeal, damning his would-be censors, and taking a sly jab at his own fair-weather following as well. “I go to TRL, look how many hugs I get,” still drips alkaline, even after MTV stopped showing music videos. 9.

“Cleanin’ Out My Closet” (from The Eminem Show, 2002) On The Eminem Show, Mathers had figured out the formula for a successful set of album singles: cheesy and hooky, if a bit dim, first single, followed by dark, self-referential second single. In general these second singles were some of his strongest work, and “Cleanin’ Out My Closet” is no exception. The definitive song in Em’s oeuvre regarding his mother ping-pongs from quick, accusatory verses to a slow, confessional chorus, and that juxtaposition elevates the song past some of his more monotone ballads. And the verses here cut deep, probably because while Em’s jabs at Kim can feel immature and crass, his assessment of his upbringing feels studied, detached, and surgical. Cheers for any hip-hop song referencing Münchausen Syndrome. 8. “Forgot About Dre” (from Dr. Dre’s The Chronic 2001, 1999) The second single on Dr. Dre’s second solo album might as well be an Eminem song. Indeed, Mathers tackles the chorus by himself (it’s trickier than it sounds).

In the same way that Dre’s original Chronic served as a public introduction to Snoop Dogg, The Chronic 2001 served as an introduction to Eminem. And while “Forgot About Dre” is about venerating Dre’s place in hip-hop history and to confirm his relevance, Mathers overpowers him. His verse is absolutely the standout piece of the song, marathoning through a little assault, battery, murder, and then arson before polishing off with the definitive description of his Slim Shady alter ego: “hotter than a set of twin babies/ in a Mercedes Benz with the windows up/ when the temp goes up to the mid-eighties.” Braggadocio via giving children heat stroke? It’s the exact sort of witty perversity that defines Mathers. 7. “Kim” (from The Marshall Mathers LP, 2000) As reprehensible as Mathers’ treatment of women gets, especially his ex-wife Kim, the song that bares her name may be his single most terrifying song.

On the surface, “Kim” is just another iteration of Em’s favorite narrative: taking a woman captive in the trunk of his car and driving to an inevitable suicide-homicide, but he puts so much ferocity into his performance that it elevates the song past the source material. Although Em is rapping on the track, it feels more like a radio drama, set to the tectonic drum sample from “When The Levee Breaks.” Mathers plays both himself and Kim, growing ever-more hysterical as the track proceeds — you really can hear his vocal cords strain. Everything about the track feels unhinged. 6. “Kill You” (from The Marshall Mathers LP, 2000) Treading the razor’s edge between humor and braggadocio, “Kill You” lays out Eminem’s reputation in terms so simple it might as well be a mathematical proof. Q) Why ought one not fuck with Shady? A) Because Shady will fucking kill you. That little bit winds up being one of the very best hooks in Eminem’s discography, packing attitude, swagger, and whimsy.

This song took Dre’s G-funk formula, blended it with Bernard Hermann strings, and formed an ideal bridge-beat between pop and shock rap. Inevitably, this song falls in as one of his mostly humorous efforts, but it’s the best of the bunch, setting cheap pop-culture references aside in favor of an escalating sense of mania in Em’s delivery. 5. “Renegade” (from Jay Z’s The Blueprint, 2001) Speaking of commercial juggernauts whose creative output took a nosedive after an initial period of brilliance, Jay Z is seldom one to allow anyone to share the spotlight with him (besides Kanye, but that’s irrelevant at this point). However, Mathers landed the sole guest spot on Jay’s best album, 2001’s The Blueprint — Eminem even penned the beat. And in this brief moment, Eminem completely eclipses Hova on his own territory, so much so that this guest spot became fuel for Nas in his then-hot feud with Jay. Politics aside, Em’s flow is as multisyllabic as it ever was, but with a relaxed, in-the-pocket delivery.

This is the sound of an emcee in absolute control of his own words — I mean, in his own words, “It’s as easy as cake, simple as whistling Dixie/ While I’m waving a pistol at sixty Christians against me.” Here, Mathers was a nonconformist’s nonconformist, as well as a superstar. 4. “Guilty Conscience” (from The Slim Shady LP, 1999) If one listens to the Eminem discography in chronological order, this is the first truly significant song that plays. Like a great boxing match, it pits Dr. Dre against Mathers Slim Shady persona in three rounds. The two emcees play the shoulder angel and devil, respectively, of three would-be criminals. Somehow, this track works as a battle showcase, a character study, and even the kind of hip-hop-as-narrative-drama track that Mathers would later master.

The quintessential Slim Shady track, “Guilty Conscience” culminates with Mathers turning his lyrical barbs on Dre, spitting one amazing couplet (“Be smart, don’t be a retard/ You gonna take advice from somebody who slapped Dee Barnes?”) co-opting NWA lyrics in a rare hip-hop moment of meta-critical self-aware humor. 3. “The Way I Am” (from The Marshall Mathers LP, 2000) The phenomenon of Mathers’ own fame — both the improbability of its existence, and the uncontrollability of its repercussions — may be his favorite subject, and this is the best song on the subject. In part a defense of Em’s own character, this sarcastic beast actually has heart — it can be construed as a letter of solace to would-be Columbine shooters, as well as artists blamed for said tragedies (Mathers names Marilyn Manson by name, and Manson would later appear in the song’s video, and tour alongside Eminem). The beat — crawling, minimalist, with creepy pianos and funeral bells — is a masterpiece by itself, but Em’s delivery here is a standout.

He barks, percussively, like a loosely chained pit pull, all snot and scrawny, abuse-hardened masculinity. A bundle of bare nerves, Mathers drops the Shady routine to show his vulnerability underneath, and in the process exposes just how much of a piece of armor his alter ego really is. A bit immature? Yes, but the immaturity gives the song a point of access for nearly any listener. 2. “Lose Yourself” (from the 8 Mile soundtrack, 2002) “Lose Yourself,” the lead single from Eminem’s autobiographical film 8 Mile, details the climactic rap battle of the film, itself a metaphor for the moment Mathers went from unsigned artist to, in his mind, legitimate emcee. What could be a narcissistic piece of fluff is a career highlight. A generation of kids raised on FM radio (maybe the last such generation) can quote every hyper-memorable verse of this song. From the vamping bass-and-guitar of the verses to the massive arena-rock chorus, every piece of “Lose Yourself” is a hook.

Except for maybe Nas’ “I Can,” there is no better hip-hop song about the value of musical catharsis and self-motivation. At the same time, “Lose Yourself” is the last chapter in Mathers’ golden years, and the very qualities that make it such a home run — the rock production, the big chorus, the hooks, the positivity — are the same ones that make his later work unlistenable. In that sense, this song is the tipping point, the last drop of liquor before liver poisoning, the very apex of the roller coaster. 1. “Stan” (from The Marshall Mathers LP, 2000) If “Lose Yourself” is the last trumpet, “Stan” is the first. Mathers was a talented writer before this song, but he was also a bit self-obsessed. In “Stan,” he creates a whole new character, the distillation of his most negative qualities, a fan-turned-stalker-and-killer — the unavoidable end-result of his ego. His final days become a Greek tragedy, with Dido as Greek chorus, and Mathers himself as deus ex machina. In that respect, “Stan” has all the qualities of a classic folk tune.

The live Grammy rendition of this song with Sir Elton John is still a moving experience, though Em’s homophobia seems like more of a put-on than a conviction now. Even in hip-hop, a genre that, at its best and according to its most intellectual proponents, lives and dies by its writing, it is rare to find a song so completely formed. Interestingly, the rhymes themselves are simple affairs, delivered at low tempos, the opposite of the sort Mathers employed in the direct sequel to the song, “Bad Guy.” That’s the difference between Em the shredder and Em the master. To craft his very best song, all he needed was one great sample, a clever idea, and a lot of heart. Listen to the Spotify playlist here . Best Eminem Songs - Top Ten List - TheTopTens® Best Eminem Songs 1 Lose Yourself Well written, Has a Message, great sample. Fantastic song. Greatest of all time.. The rhythm the writing the beat it just says it all the way he starts slow then turns it up like a bomb it's just something only marshall mathers can do all props to the best rapper there is or ever was or ever will be EMINEM!

This song blows my mind the lyrics are great it's catchy the beat goes perfectly with the song this is no doubt the best song I have ever heard you Eminem you are the best rapper that ever lived Every time I herded it I got goosebumps! V 831 Comments 2 Stan Song tells a story, once again great lyrics from the greatest rapper ever. Its awesome how the beat compliments the narrative. So sad for the fan "its good to be the star but bad to be a fan" true Eminem rocks he is the best of all He is cool his songs are the best his lyrics are awesome He feel everything He is the best It's just awesome, start with a lovely song "thank you" as it's base, AND the story line of song is touching.. Their's something about stan...I downloaded this song Hearing the first 2 Lines & I was so obsessed with this song just like his fan stan...Even Non Eminem Fans Love this song...The soulfull voice of dido Did a great Job..Its Undoubtedly the Best story telling song ever 3 Not Afraid Super cool songs... Always gives me inspiration when I'm down!

The cool song for the fans who love eminem and rap songs see this song official video a cool song with the cool video. Don't really understand why Lose Yourself is on top because it's nothing compared to Not Afraid. This song is really inspiring. At one point in my life I liked lose yourself better. Now that Not Afraid came out it tells you that you can overcome anything. This song is the best song by Eminem, and one of the best of all time. Super cool songs... Always give me inspiration When I hear this song all my fears get destroyed... From then I AM NOT AFRAID. TO TAKE A STAND EVERYBODY COME TAKE MY HAND WE'LL WALK THIS ROAD TOGETHER THROUGH THE STORM WHATEVER WEATHER COLD OR WARM LET YOU KNOW THAT YOU'RE NOT ALONE HOLLA IF YOU FEEL LIKE YOU'VE BEEN DOWN THE SAME ROAD! This song is one of the best songs that the world have... I wouldn't be the same as now without this song... Nothing will beat it... V 446 Comments 4 Till I Collapse This song pumps me up so much! It eats Not Afraid alive!

This song is one of the best pump up songs of all time (if not the best) You know those songs that you have to listen to multiple times to get the full effect of it. I had this song on repeat for 7 hours The energy eminem displays in this song is amazing - whenever I hear it it makes me wanna hear it once again. Without a doubt undoubtedly one of the best rap songs ever. Kills every other inspirational song V 237 Comments 5 When I'm Gone How is love the way you lie before this?! Get real people where else could you hear rap like his?! Raw emotion. It is crazy how much this song makes me cry. I used to hate rap and this song made me love Eminem. this song is the best song ever for me between all of eminem songs. this song is a very meaningful song for me. seriously I like it so much. eminem is one of the best rapper ever in the world. This is just his best song, it is also super emotional 6 Sing for the Moment This song should be on #1. If you've ever read the lyrics then you know its true.

Quote: "It's all political, if my music is literal and I'm a criminal, How the f*** can I raise a little girl? " The quality of the lyrics is just as good in the beginning as in the end. Its just a great artist and I'm glad that he's still making good music. Best song ever, He is the best rapper in the world and needs people to see that. They all want to talk about him but really they don't no anything. They didn't have to go through what he did. Haters have never been in Marshalls shoes to know that his music is crap (which its not) cause really his just rapping about his life and if you think his music is bad then if only you had to live the life he did I would laugh in your face because you wouldn't be able to live one day there. This song should be on 2 in my opinion :: after lose yourself this is the next awesome track :: Eminem raps about life as a star, the way his songs effect viewers the way kids adore him as a role model, while rapping about the critics talking about how he's a bad role model and influencing kids badly. The guitar riff is also superb.

It's my favourite and even though I love most of Eminem's other songs I can't go past this one. V 120 Comments 7 The Real Slim Shady So good! It will demolish Not Afraid and Love The Way You Lie this is what Eminem is about not the pop you hear today! This song should be in number one position. It's hilarious. This one made him known to the world, remember?. The greatest and funniest eminem song of all time! I don't know how Eminem is so funny, even in 8 Mile he is hilarious! Most fun song of Eminem's career by far. V 145 Comments 8 Mockingbird Daddy's Gonna Buy You a Mockingbird... Man Heard this song like awesome times.. Never gonna forget a single word of it... On My List.. Its number 1. Love You Eminem.. Always have, always will! man, I herd this song and was like love it! its like heart touching, made me think of my dad. Pure passion and emotion, this is a serious song on a unserious album and is a welcome change from the standard hoes, drugs and money rap topics. This should be number 1.

Very touching track. V 222 Comments 9 Beautiful Awesome... The meaning is very good. Inspirational. Should be at least TOP 3... Eminem is yet the Best Rapper of the World. Best song of Eminem by a distance.. it is made superbly... I love this song... Vote this to make it the number one... This is it man... I swear Who the hell are you huh? This is who you should be... It is beautiful Eminem is a genius. And this is his masterpiece. V 317 Comments 10 Rap God 6minutes of rapping and not just normal rapping. No, it's Marshall Mathers. This is the best rap ever made in the history of rap. 7million views in 1 day on youtube, that is something. If we could all just vote for this song, that would be great. And he is not the king, he is the God. Guys you have got to vote for this. Marshall Mathers is a genius. 6 minutes of the same continuous flow, no one can rap like this.

I know this song is only low because it's a new release, but we have got to get this in the top 5. Eminem has returned, with a mix of Marshall and the return of Slim Shady has made an appearance on this new album. I can't wait. Eminem truly is the KING! SLIM SHADY IS BACK PEOPLE! Wooh when he says summa lumma dooma lumma you assuming I'm a human what I gotta do to get it over with you I'm super human The Newcomers ? My Life Dude, he raps like wow... and then comes a part when he reaches the climax. He raps :- "Cause this is all I know, this is why so hard I go, I swear to god I put my heart and soul in this more than anybody knows, I'm trapped, so all I do is rap, But every time I rap, I'm more trapped, I rapped myself up into this bubble, I just guess its bubble rap..." That climax motivates you, all gotta listen to this one, seriously. Also has 50 Cent and Adam Levine.

Well, we all know Eminem will "Put his heart and soul into this more than anybody know's! " But "every time he rap, he more trapped! " 50 Cent made this song, he was better than Eminem in this one The Contenders 11 The Way I Am This is song is just so emotionally raw. This album is by far his best. Don't know why the singles from his new album are in top 10. This is pure Eminem at his greatest. No featured singers like Rhianna or Lil Wayne, to interrupt the power this song depicts. How is this song behind love the way you lie?! That makes no sense at all. True Em fans know that this song deserves to be in the top 3 at least. I know right? Love The Way You Lie is a cool song but people like it only because it's mainstream. The Way I Am is one of the best rap songs ever, not just Eminem songs. C'mon man this should be at least included in the top ten! I think this should be in the top 10.

It's one of his more meaningful songs from a time where he was more of a comedic rapper - Uner1996 12 Love The Way You Lie One of the BEST, the 3rd stanza just takes your emotions to a whole new level Very emotional and strong song about a difficult relationship. "Maybe this is what happens when a tornado meets a volcano... " The love, pain, anger, and strong emotions of this song makes it my favourite. (Rihanna also does a good job. ) It's a brilliant song. The Beats, lyrics, tempo everything is so flawless. The Best rapper did an excellent job once again I love this Song because It's just How I feel and it helps me get through life. Sadly the chorus doesn't hold up to the verse s. 13 Without Me Lyrics are just amazing and music video is great. It's just classic shady having fun! Now this looks like a job for me so everybody just follow me, and we need a little controversy cause it feels so empty without me. The Most awesome Eminem song CONTROVERSY I love the rythmn. so awesome. I've never heard song with that kind of singing to it.

I never knew it came from eminem One of the best Eminem songs ever 14 My Name Is Wow how is this not in the top 10! Awesome lyrics that'll make you laugh and that'll get stuck in your head constantly one of his best deserves better then this ranking... Its an awesome song with awesome lyrics (you wont stop laughing) it must be in top 10 if not in top 5.. Its a very different eminem song and you must listen it (at least for the lyrics) A way better song than this and deserves a better ranking (absolutely didn't expect this rank in the TOP10) So a must listen song for all eminem lovers.. Can't believe this song is so low, it should right up with Lose Yourself! I know right? People don't appreciate it as much because they see it as this goofy song. This is my favorite it should at least be at the top three 15 Like Toy Soldiers Best most meaningful song I have heard.

Brilliant rapping and beats his new stuff by miles Absolutely incredible the chorus ads so much more to the song and its just so much deeper than most songs as he shares his frustration toward Ja Rule and it also has the best beat out of any eminem song. Straight across the best eminem song! What an amazing song. His lyrics are so good and actually tell a story. This one is absolutely amazing. Lyric wise his best song about the death of Future, the death of other great artists and violence in hip hop. This song deserves a spot on top 3, no doubt. V 53 Comments 16 Cleanin' Out My Closet such a good meaning and it's so deep... I don't like his new album as much as his old ones but I do like beautiful - LYmetal It is a great song. Expresses Eminem's enraging past. So good that it should at least be in the top 10. The beats and the tune of it especially at the end of each stanza is awesome! Love you Eminem... The sheer lyrics, voice and raw power that is produced all throughout the song are just wicked!

This is basically the most detailed six minute life story you will ever get in your life, that's for thirty nine years of Eminem's life anyway. The video to this song also makes a big statement and slightly underrated and just needs a bit more people to realize how great this song is. - EMIN3M Fun fact: Eminem hates this song. It's clearly expressed in Headlights. - SwagFlicks V 110 Comments 18 Space Bound In my opinion, better than Love the Way You Lie. Definitely shows that Em is still the king. I can relate to this song so much. Man. This song is my favourite of all time. So much emotion. You could easily hear em's heartbeat. Really touching song! Should be listed in the top TEN! Can't stop listening to it. Vote GUYS Just seems so much more raw than most of his other songs - not saying that they aren't. I love the flow, his emotion and and the strain and just overall all of the song! The song makes me feel like everything has a meaning and helped me through a lot of stress...

It should be higher V 200 Comments 19 Berzerk He brought Shady back with a mix of some Beastie Boys and 80's music, what more could you ask for? Can't get this song out of my head. Eminem still got it bang bang Slim Shady back this song is a classic. Might not have many votes cause it just came out but come on people must vote for. Can't wait for the Marshall Mathers 2. ^.^ Kind of annoying but still a powerhouse V 78 Comments 20 Rock Bottom Most underrated eminem song. The first time you hear it seems a little boring but after a bit its like.. Wow - awesomenessdefined best way to enter his life. great eminem, great struggler. great song. This song's going up now... It has to man. Just has to, most underrated Eminem song ever. Just listen to it if you haven't and you'll get the point like rock bottom. This song has a deep meaning to it and is also Eminem's most underrated song. Lose Yourself is the best Eminem song but I had to vote for Rock Bottom to get it higher on the list.

-Kabir Singh Brar Eminem's 30 Biggest Songs | Billboard Eminem's 30 Biggest Songs COMMENTS Eminem's birthday is today (Oct. 17), and to celebrate the midwestern rapper who rose to the national stage a decade and a half ago, we're taking a look at Em's 30 biggest hits on the Billboard Hot 100. He may go by a handful of names -- Eminem, Marshall Mathers, Slim Shady -- but the Detroit rapper/producer/actor has never shied away from being himself, and only himself, sharing his trials and tribulations in his music with fans since stepping up to the mic in his teens. Along the road to 2010's "Recovery," he's earned six Billboard 200 No. 1s, four Hot 100 No. 1s, countless of awards, and respect from just about everyone in hip-hop. Help us wish Eminem a happy birthday by checking out the ranking of his hugest hits below. Use the comments section to share which track is your favorite.

This ranking of Eminem's 30 Biggest Billboard Hits is based on actual performance on the weekly Billboard Hot 100 chart through the tally dated October 26, 2013. Songs are ranked based on an inverse point system, with weeks at No. 1 earning the greatest value and weeks at No. 100 earning the least. To ensure equitable representation of the biggest hits from each era, certain time frames were weighted to account for the difference between turnover rates from those years. 30. "Ass Like That" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 60 (2005) Who's not familiar with Em's comical side? The rapper's sense of humor has both amused and annoyed listeners. A key example is "Ass Like That," wherein Slim Shady lists -- in a less than respectful manner -- a few femme artists who's derrieres he's fond of, including Jessica Simpson, Britney Spears and Janet Jackson. 29.

"Beautiful" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 17 (2009) Considering the tribulations Eminem was going through at the time (including divorce and addiction), punchlines weren't exactly what fans expected to hear on "Relapse." On the third and final "Relapse" single, Em shows his very troubled thoughts going on "behind the tears of a clown. 28. "The Way I Am" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 58 (2000) The second "The Marshall Matthers LP" single is one of Eminem's most honest, menacing tracks he's recorded. On "The Way I Am," he teeters from rapping to yelling about the haunting pressures that he faces from fans to label executives. 27. "That's All She Wrote" - T.I. feat. Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 18 (2010) Em and Tip share a connection that goes beyond respect for each other's artistry. Both artists have supported each other throughout their careers and personal struggles.

"That's All She Wrote," came four years after their first collaborative track, "Touchdown," off T.I.'s "T.I. vs T.I.P." 26. "You Don't Know" - Eminem feat. 50 Cent, Cashis, Lloyd Banks Hot 100 Peak Position: 12 (2006) Em's first single off Shady Records compilation "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up" went straight to the Hot 100 top 15. In celebration of the Shady Records camaraderie, the video for the single included cameos by Tony Yayo, The Alchmesit, Young Buck, D12, Bobby Creekwater, Obie Trice, Mobb Deep, Trick Trick, Dr. Dre and Stat Quo. 25. "My Name Is" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 36 (1999) From his debut single, "My Name Is," Eminem came out the gate spitting witty, brutally honest rhymes and the video pulled together tough-but-funny visuals to match. 24. "Stan" - Eminem feat.

Dido Hot 100 Peak Position: 51 (2000) Although it didn't reach as high on the Hot 100 as some of Eminem's other tracks, "Stan" is certainly one of his most influential songs. Em' intricately tells of himself through a disturbing story of an obsessed fan. Not only a milestone in Em's discography, "Stan" was given new life when he performed the song alongside Elton John during the 2001 Grammys. 23. "Like Toy Soldiers" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 24 (2005) Eminem rarely held back on rhyming about harsh realities. On the "Encore" single, he chronicles the feuds he and his camp, including 50, had taken on through out their careers and the devastating outcomes. Unfortunately, Proof, who plays Bugz, the man shot and killed in the video, was also shot and killed one year after the video debuted. 22. "Drop The World" - Lil Wayne feat.

Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 18 (2010) Thanks to gravitas of Eminem's presence and Weezy's ominous chorus, "Drop the World," produced by Hit-Boy and Chase N. Cashe, is one of "Rebirth's" brightest songs. 21. "Encore" - Eminem featuring Dr. Dre Hot 100 Peak Position: 25 (2005) The "Encore" title track is another peek into the camaraderie between Eminem, Dr. Dre and 50 Cent, oh, and attempt to hype fans for the long-in-the-works arrival of Dre's "Detox." "And don't worry about that Detox album/ It's comin', we gonna make Dre do it," Em closes the track. 20. "No Love" - Eminem feat. Lil Wayne Hot 100 Peak Position: 23 (2010) Both high-profile rappers spit rapid "f*ck you" rhymes to their haters over a revamped sample of Haddaway's "What Is Love," courtesy of Just Blaze. 19.

"We Made You" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 9 (2009) The "Relapse" single, which samples Walter Egan's "Hot Summer Nights," features Eminem throwing shots at pop culture over a carnival friendly, Dr. Dre, Doc Ish, Em produced beat. 18. "Forgot About Dre" - Dr. Dre feat. Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 25 (2000) Eminem and Dre both take advantage of "Forgot About Dre," off "2001," to remind doubtful critics of the veteran rapper's legacy and continuous success. 17. "Superman" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 15 (2003) Slim Shady gives us a sneak peek into his prolific love life in the "The Eminem Show" single. "Superman," which is appropriately slower tempo, was reportedly inspired by onetime-flame Mariah Carey. 16.

"Sing For The Moment" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 14 (2003) "Sing For The Moment," which samples Aerosmith's "Dream On," touches on a familiar subject for Eminem ("The Way I Am"): misunderstanding. Em digs deeper into his thesis that music is not the cause of violence amongst young people. 15. "Berzerk" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 3 (2013) This Beastie Boys and Billy Squier-sampling single is a throwback cut, recalling '80s-era boom-bap rap. So it only makes sense that Rick Rubin—one of the forefathers of Def Jam Records—produced it for Em’s album, "The Marshall Mathers LP 2." 14. "When I'm Gone" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 11 (2005) "Now show them that you love them more than us," Eminem rhymes in the emotional "When I'm Gone." Eminem sheds light into the strain his celebrity status has had on his family, especially his baby girl Hailie.

Marshall Mathers' vulnerability rocketed him to the top 10 of the Hot 100. 13. "Mockingbird" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 11 (2005) Eminem laces the familiar "Hush, Little Baby" lullaby with an apology to his daughter Hailie for being absent at times in her life and the failing relationship between himself and her mother, Kim. The song is strengthened by a video that includes a montage of home videos of Mathers and his family. 12. "Shake That" - Eminem feat. Nate Dogg Hot 100 Peak Position: 6 (2006) "Shake That" features Nate Dogg and Em, on their sixth collaboration, taking a lyrical stab at the art of seduction. "Shake That" was nominated for a "Best Rap/Sung Collaboration" Grammy Award. 11.

"I Need A Doctor" - Eminem and Skylar Grey Hot 100 Peak Position: 4 (2011) The respect and loyalty between Dre and Eminem is in full view on the Alex da Kid produced "I Need A Doctor." Singer Skylar Grey told San Francisco's WiLD 94.9 that Em's lyrics, which he recorded in two hours after presented with the hook, brought her to tears. 10. "Crack A Bottle" - Eminem feat. Dr. Dre and 50 Cent Hot 100 Peak Position: 1 (2009) "Crack A Bottle" not only marked the return of the Shady trifecta -- 50 Cent, Eminem, and Dr. Dre -- it also placed the rappers at the top of the Hot 100 for the first time together. The "Relapse" single had the additional honor of earning 50, Em and Dre a Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group Grammy. 9. "Forever" - Drake feat.

Kanye West, Eminem and Lil Wayne Hot 100 Peak Position: 8 (2009) Originally only headed for the soundtrack to LeBron James' "More Than A Game," the Boi-1da produced posse cut made its way to the re-release of Eminem's "Relapse," "Relapse: Refill." "Forever," which Jay-Z told MTV was the best collaborative track of 2009, peaked at No. 2 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and No. 1 on Rap Songs. 8. "Just Lose It" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 6 (2004) "I get a little out of control with my rhymes," Shady says on the first single off "Encore." And he surely does on "Just Lose It." The rapper throws not-so subtle shots at Michael Jackson which angered the King of Pop. "I am very angry at Eminem's depiction of me in his video," Jackson said to Steve Harvey a week after the song's video was released. "I feel that it is outrageous and disrespectful. It is one thing to spoof, but it is another to be demeaning and insensitive." 7.

"The Real Slim Shady" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 4 (2000) Despite doubt he could top "My Name Is" with another hit, Eminem exceeded expectations and brought home his first Hot 100 top five with "The Real Slim Shady." The Dr. Dre, Mel-Man produced track stirred controversy (surprise, surprise) as it poked fun at pop stars and their "sugar-coated" songs. Em, brought the song's lyrics to life, when he performed it at the 2000 MTV VMAs with an army of look-a-likes behind him. 6. "Cleanin' Out My Closet" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 4 (2002) Two years after the success of "The Real Slim Shady," Eminem found his way back to the Hot 100 top five by cleaning out the skeletons from his closet. On "The Eminem Show" single, the rapper reminisces on his troubled youth and the animosity he holds towards his mother. 5.

"Not Afraid" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 1 (2010) In 2010, Eminen re-introduced himself as a sober, stronger man. The rapper displayed his strength and hope on the first single of his seventh studio album, "Recovery." With a powerful chorus, which is backed by a choir, the song was a chart triumph as well: "Not Afraid" marked Eminem's third Hot 100 No. 1. 4. "Without Me" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 2 (2002) A superman rap game, Eminem's "Without Me" -- which features a playful saxophone riff -- peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100. 3. "Smack That" - Akon feat. Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 2 (2006) You can't deny Akon has an ear for a hit and among his club-friendly favorites is "Smack That." The "Konvicted" single, featuring Eminem, shot up from No. 95 to No.

7 on the Hot 100 chart in one week before peaking just shy of the top spot. 2. "Love The Way You Lie" - Eminem feat. Rihanna Hot 100 Peak Position: 1 for seven weeks (2010) Eminem and Rihanna touch on the heavy subject of domestic abuse with sincere emotion. The mid-tempo track takes a look into the minds of both the abuser and the victim. "Love the Way You Lie" held on to No. 1 on the Hot 100 for seven consecutive weeks and was Em's second No. 1 from Billboard 200 No. 1 "Recovery." 1. "Lose Yourself" - Eminem Hot 100 Peak Position: 1 for twelve weeks (2002) What better way to crown the success of famed hip-hop film, "8 Mile," than with a Hot 100 No. 1? While on the set of "8 Mile," Em' crafted a cut that would empower many to face their fears and seize the moment. The soundtrack's single stayed steady at No. 1 for 12 consecutive weeks.

And to top it off, "Lose Yourself" was the first rap song to ever win an Oscar for Best Original Song. Download Eminem MP3 Songs and Albums | music downloads Website: Biography Eminem (Marshall Bruce Mathers) was born in 1972, in St. Joseph, a small town in Missouri. When the baby was six months his father left the family. Marshall spent all his childhood moving from one place to another with his mother. In the end, they settled down in Detroit. He found it hard to get used to new surroundings and had to change the school regularly. In summer 1983, Marshall was beaten up so severely that he spent ten days in coma. These years of suffering later influenced Eminem's art works. Aged 13, Marshall started writing and recording his own rap. Eminem had his debut in 1995 as a member of Soul Intent. It is an extremely rare and hard-to-find record today due to the small number of copies released and the band's lack of financial support. In 1996, Eminem recorded his demo Infinite that was left without much attention because of abundance of suchlike music in Detroit.

In spite of this failure, in a year, Eminem released a sarcastic and mocking short album called The Slim Shady Lp to feature his 'dark alter ego'. This EP drew the attention of Dr. Dre himself. As a result, Eminem was signed by Aftermath Records, a label owed by Dr. Dre. The Slim Shady, the young man's debut long player, became a challenge to the society. Full of violence and obscene lyrics, this album turned out a commercial success thanks to tracks My Name Is and Guilty Conscience, which video versions never left MTV. The album immediately ran third in Billboard, which inspired Eminem to work hard on the following album's material. Eminem's songs terrified his mother and she brought an action against him for the rude utterances concerning her, made on The Slim Shady. She claimed 10 million dollars for the moral damage the rapper had done to her. This scandal did not affect the sales of The Marshall Mathers, Eminem's second album, as it started on the first place in the American charts in May 2000. Just like the first record, this CD brought about controversial response.

Some criticized the rapper for extremely aggressive lyrics, while the others, on the contrary, praised Eminem as the best white-skin rap singer. The album featured such immense hits as The Real Slim Shady, Stan (for chorus, Eminem sampled the young British female singer Dido's vocals) and The Way I Am. Eminem proved his bad guy reputation causing chaos in Hot Rocks Cafe in Detroit as he leveled the gun at one of the visitors who kissed his wife Kimberly. Many public organizations stepped forward against Eminem. Nevertheless, he won three awards at Grammy-2001 and expressed his gratitude to those who had taken his album as music and not as a reason for a scandal. In the same year, Eminem was rewarded with Oscar for Lose Yourself as the best song for a movie. In 2004, the same song brought him two more Grammies. The next album Encore was released in November and within a couple of days flew to the tops of the charts. Afterwards, Eminem took some rest from his music activity and went into producing. In 2005, speculations emerged on Eminem's plans to wind up his career.

In reply, he released a new record called Curtain Call: The Hits. It was a compilation of the rapper's best songs. In September 2007, he made an announcement that a hiatus made for personal reasons had come to an end and that he had been preparing a new album. The sixth studio album by Eminem received the title Eminem Presents The Re-Up. Three years later, Eminem, backed by Dr. Dre as producer, prepared the new studio album. Relapse (2009), proved to be, perhaps, the darkest work done by the artist so far with not tiniest spot for his widely known sense of humor. The record showcased the rapper’s creative ability to work on and on. The seventh studio work titled Recovery saw the light in 2010. It was not a surprise that this traditionally strong record debuted at the very top of numerous charts: Eminem still has a lot to say to his listeners. The album Recovery was created in the rapper’s signature style and it turned out to be an excellent present for the artist’s old fans and for all the lovers of hip-hop. Studio Albums Eminem - Stan (Long Version) ft.

Dido - YouTube Eminem - Stan (Long Version) ft. Dido Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Dec 24, 2009 Music video by Eminem performing Stan. YouTube view counts pre-VEVO: 3,965,564. (C) 2002 Aftermath Entertainment/Interscope Records Category

Question: Which female vocalist sang on Eminem's hit song Stan?
Answer: Dido